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An Creagan Visitor Centre  

An Creagán Visitor Centre situated at the foothills of the Sperrins. The Centre is distinctively designed to mirror the archaeological sites of the area and gives you the opportunity to step back in time. It also houses an Interpretative Exhibition a.......  


Banagher Church  

An impressive ruin, with nave dating from 1100. It is thought that the date 474 carved on the west door was done so in the 18th century. Nearby, the small tomb of Muiredach O'Heaney can be seen - it is said that sand gathered from his tomb brings goo.......  


Banagher Glen  

Magnificent lake and forest located three miles from Dungiven. Spectacular views can be enjoyed by the visitor, who can also take a challenging walk to Altnaheglish Resevoir. An ideal location for those interested in investigating flora and fauna and.......  


Benone Strand  

Situated on the A2 approximately 12 miles from Limavady and adjacent to Benone Tourist Complex, lies a magnificent stretch of strand known as Benone Beach. The jewel in the crown of Limavady's scenery, seven miles of golden strand stretch from Magill.......  


Benone Tourist Complex  

Situated on the A2 Seacoast Road, approximately 12 miles from the bustling market town of Limavady, is the award winning Benone Tourist Complex and caravan park. .......  


Binevenagh  

From the Bishop's Road there is vehicular access right to the summit of Binevenagh (1,250ft). There are car parks and picnic facilities here too, also, to the surprise of visitors, a man-made lake known as " Binevenagh Lake" stocked with brown and ra.......  


Binevenagh Lake  

Benevenagh Lake is located on top of Benevenagh, providing access to angling for rainbow and brown trout........  


Bushmills Distillery  

Oldest whiskey distillery in the world, established in 1608. Visitor centre. Open April-Oct Mon-Sat 9:30am-5:30pm. Nov-March 5 tours daily 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm & 3:30pm sharp. Closed Good Friday afternoon and 12th of July. Please check Ch.......  


Carrick Church and Rocks  

A small parish church stands on a cliff edge, high above a wooded gorge on the River Roe, three miles south of Limavady off the Limavady - Dungiven Road. Carrick Rocks is the upstream boundary of the Roe Valley Country Park and there is direct access.......  


Carrick-a-Rede Rope bridge  

Swinging rope bridge spans 60ft-wide chasm, giving access to the salmon fishery. One mile walk along cliff path. National Trust. Open spring to mid-Sept. Access from Larrybane carpark (always open), parking £2. Centre open 1-5pm, 28 March-1 April: da.......  


City of Derry  

Dominating the Northwestern landscapes of Ireland, astride the fast-flowing waters of the Foyle, is a 6th Century city that today resonates to the sounds of the 21st Century. .......  


Donegal  

Donegal lies in the north west of Ireland bounded by the Atlantic Ocean on the south west, west and north and by the counties of Derry, Tyrone, Fermanagh and Leitrim to the east and south east. It is the northernmost county in Ireland. County Donegal.......  


Dungiven Castle  

Dungiven Castle, on the site of a fortified plantation bawn, was restored in 1839.
Although it has been unoccupied for some time, it has recently been transformed into an attractive hostel and events venue and boasts spectacular views from the .......  


Dungiven Priory  

Augustian Priory with ornate 15th century tomb of Cooey-na-gall, an O'Cahan Chieftan, who died in 1385. Located off the main Dungiven to Belfast road on the right hand side........  


Glenshane Forest  

12 kilometres from Dungiven on the southern side of the Glenshane Pass, Glenshane Forest hugs the south-eastern slopes of Corrick & Glenshane Mountains. The Ulster Way passes through the forest along the source of the River Roe. At the southern end o.......  


Gortnamoyagh Forest  

7 kilometres north east of Dungiven, Gortnamoyagh Forest is tucked behind Benbradagh Mountain. The Ulster Way passes through a section of the forest and to the south lies Legananam Pot, an interesting geological feature formed by glaciation........  


Green Lane Museum  

Step back in time by visiting the Green Lane Museum, located at the Roe Valley Country Park, approximately one mile outside Limavady. Here, the visitor can view historical exhibits relating to the linen and agricultural industry from a bygone age and.......  


Kings Fort  

At Drumsurn near Limavady, one of the best preserved raths in Ulster stands, with a deep moat on the upper side and rills on the rath........  


Lough Foyle Ferry  

The Lough Foyle car and passenger ferry transverses the new and convenient route to explore the North West, a mere distance of 1.6km from Magilligan Point to Greencastle harbour. The crossing takes only 15 minutes and delivers a truly unique travel e.......  


Loughermore Forest  

In the west of the Borough, 9 kilometres south west of Ballykelly, the forest straddles the southern slopes of Loughermore Mountain. The summit offers superb views of Benevenagh, Inishowen and the Sperrins........  


Martello Tower  

Massive stone tower built during the Napoleonic wars with walls over 9ft thick. Located at Magilligan Point at the end of Point Road........  


Mussenden Temple  

The best known features of this famous demesne are the exquisite Mussenden Temple and the ruined palace of the eccentric nobleman, Fredrick Hervey, the famous Earl Bishop of Derry. But if you enter the estate via the Bishop's gate you come upon an ap.......  


Picnic areas  

A number of picturesque sites can be visited for picnics throughout Limavady Borough, which offer quite spectacular panoramic views, including Feeny, Keady Mountain, Gortmore, Benone, Magilligan, Swanns Bridge, and Largentea........  


Roe Valley Country Park  

The Roe Valley Country Park stands on the outskirts of Limavady and with its spectacular riverside and woodland walks and scenery, is one of Limavady Borough's premier attractions. River Roe flows for three miles throughout the park, providing scope.......  


Sampsons Tower  

This is a fortified structure of rubble and sandstone, built by public subscription in memory of Arthur Sampson, an agent of the London Fishmongers Company for nearly forty years. The Tower stands at Farloe Road, just a short distance from the Rough .......  


The Bishops Road and Gortmore Viewing Point  

The Bishop's Road provides a scenic route over Benevenagh Mountain, from Downhill to Limavady, and leads to Gortmore Viewing Point, where the visitor can picnic and enjoy views stretching over the entire Borough, coastline and on a clear day, across .......  


The Rough Fort  

The fort is situated approximately 1 mile west of Limavady beside the Limavady -Ballykelly Road. This prehistoric earthwork is approximately 1 acre in size and is said to be one of the best examples of its kind in the province........